Shoulder Tattoos

If you're looking for a spot that can be feminine, seductive or sensational, turn around; shoulder tattoos are fast becoming some of the most popular pieces of skin art.

The shoulder is actually the spot on the human body where the arm attaches to the torso. There are three bones that make up the shoulder as well as the shoulder joint and various muscles and ligaments. The area that most people are talking about when they are describing shoulder tattoos is the flat area on the upper back just over the scapula - commonly known as the "shoulder blade".

Many people choose to get tattoos in the shoulder area as a place of prominence above other areas. If you already have a back piece done, you could choose to get a smaller, related tattoo completed on your shoulder. Women seem to like this area for a tattoo because it adds a bit of spice to a sexy area, but is not visible from the front or on most occasions.

Many different themes work well in this area. Nautical themes, such as nautical stars, anchors and swallows, are all popular choices for shoulder tattoos. The shoulder is also seen as a good spot for memorial tattoos. This place is wide and flat enough to hold an image of a person's face, or something related to the deceased, as well as memorial dates.

Women tend to use this spot for images like flowers, kanji, celestial themes and more exotic pictures. The shoulder is often hidden, so many people feel they can be a bit more adventurous with this area.

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